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Joseph's Rod in Bloom
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Joseph's Rod in Bloom

Theodoor Galle · 1581 - 1633 · engraving; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Mary must choose from several marriage candidates. Joseph's staff blooms and this is seen as a sign from God. From the staff a dove (the Holy Spirit) emerges. The print has a Latin inscription and is part of a sixteen-part series with scenes from the life of the Holy Family.

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Credit lineJozefs roede in bloei. 1581 - 1633. Theodoor Galle. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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